Job Description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.Main duties of the jobThe recruitment team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) are delighted to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity for a specialist General Sonographer as part of our expanding service.Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ' and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.About usAs one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised.Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.Date posted21 February 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salaryxc2xa346,148 to xc2xa352,809 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro RataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number188-CL240225Job locationsSouthampton General HospitalSouthamptonSO16 6YDJob descriptionJob responsibilities1. Appropriate HCPC Registration.2. Undertake a highly specialised clinical caseload of patients to aid in patient assessment and diagnosis, adapting techniques to optimise image quality and diagnostic yield.3. To interpret ultrasound images in order to provide independent written examination reports and referrals and recommendations for further assessment based on findings.4. To communicate effectively with patients regarding diagnostic tests explaining clinical implications and outcomes and deal appropriately with, complex, sensitive or contentious information obtaining informed verbal consent.5. Contribute to policy implementation and service evaluation to develop services to address rapid advances in imaging technology.6.Contribute to the formulation of long-term strategic plans and improving patient care through evidence-based practice. Job descriptionJob responsibilities1. Appropriate HCPC Registration.2. Undertake a highly specialised clinical caseload of patients to aid in patient assessment and diagnosis, adapting techniques to optimise image quality and diagnostic yield.3. To interpret ultrasound images in order to provide independent written examination reports and referrals and recommendations for further assessment based on findings.4. To communicate effectively with patients regarding diagnostic tests explaining clinical implications and outcomes and deal appropriately with, complex, sensitive or contentious information obtaining informed verbal consent.5. Contribute to policy implementation and service evaluation to develop services to address rapid advances in imaging technology.6.Contribute to the formulation of long-term strategic plans and improving patient care through evidence-based practice.Person SpecificationTrust ValuesEssential

• Patients first
• Always Improving
• Working Together

• Communication
• Microsoft Office skills
• Leadership
• People management
• Attention to detail

• Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound
• Appropriate Professional Registration e.g. HCPC, RCT or NMC Registration
• Appropriate relevant Degree or equivalent.
• Appropriate post qualification experience in an ultrasound department
• Completed the preceptorship and capability framework for sonographers'
• Relevant clinical courses
• Quality assurance supervision and practice
• Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling
• Experience of teaching, mentoring and supporting colleagues training and development.
• Be able to interpret clinician's requirements, to recognise the urgency of ultrasound requests, prioritise requests and determine the appropriate scanning technique, ensuring that scans are performed in accordance with best practice and research-based evidence.
• To interpret scans and provide a comprehensive, independent, diagnostic report on the patient's condition and make the appropriate diagnosis.
• Leadership or management course or qualification or equivalent experience.
• To be able to respond appropriately to distressed patients and staff and distressing circumstances e.g. suspected physical abuse, major trauma, cancer and death.
• Evidence of continuing professional development

• Evidence of presenting or publishing local audit, research, or case studies.
• Trained and experienced in more than one area of ultrasound
• Experience of audit and research

• Patients first
• Always Improving
• Working Together

• Communication
• Microsoft Office skills
• Leadership
• People management
• Attention to detail

• Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound
• Appropriate Professional Registration e.g. HCPC, RCT or NMC Registration
• Appropriate relevant Degree or equivalent.
• Appropriate post qualification experience in an ultrasound department
• Completed the preceptorship and capability framework for sonographers'
• Relevant clinical courses
• Quality assurance supervision and practice
• Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling
• Experience of teaching, mentoring and supporting colleagues training and development.
• Be able to interpret clinician's requirements, to recognise the urgency of ultrasound requests, prioritise requests and determine the appropriate scanning technique, ensuring that scans are performed in accordance with best practice and research-based evidence.
• To interpret scans and provide a comprehensive, independent, diagnostic report on the patient's condition and make the appropriate diagnosis.
• Leadership or management course or qualification or equivalent experience.
• To be able to respond appropriately to distressed patients and staff and distressing circumstances e.g. suspected physical abuse, major trauma, cancer and death.
• Evidence of continuing professional development

• Evidence of presenting or publishing local audit, research, or case studies.
• Trained and experienced in more than one area of ultrasound
• Experience of audit and research

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